Julius Vom Hofe Size 3 1/2 Fly Reel 8 Weight A line size or two

A line size or two down is usually best with older Orvis rods

Winding plate side is good

the writing on the tube sticker appears to be consistent with the penmanship on most Larry Foster era rods after Tom Maxwell's departure

it is certainly darker than the typical Leonard

with an extra band of yellow at the keeper wrap

Julius Vom Hofe Size 3 1/2 Fly Reel 8 Weight A line size or twoFor sale here is a Julius Vom Hofe made size 3 1 2 fly reel. The stamp on the headplate very clearly reads, "Julius Vom Hofe Maker NY". 2. 30" diameter, 1" wide spool. Hard rubber side plates and nickel plated hardware. The reel is in very good condition cosmetically and mechanically. Blemish free and unpolished sideplates, strong constant click and full length, unaltered foot.